Mini Tipi - Throw Blanket
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OLIVERUnavailable for pickup
100 Enterprise Way
105
Oliver BC V0H 1T2
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SQUAMISHAvailable for pickup Usually ready in 24 hours
38041 2 Avenue
Squamish BC V8B 0C3
Canada
ECO-FRIENDLY RECYCLED FABRICS, PROUDLY MADE IN CANADA IN COLLABORATION WITH INDIGENOUS ARTISTS.
It’s perfect for family picnics, camping, getting cozy around the campfire and is made large enough for a queen size bed or a throw blanket. The warm and luxurious wool blend makes them soft, yet washable. The trim adds a beautiful finish.
- 60 inches x 80 inches
- 20% recycled wool, 30% acrylic, 50% recycled polyester
- Wash in cold. Hang to dry
ABOUT THE GENERATIONS DESIGN
Weaving Culture, History, and Wisdom
In the intricate threads of Generations, lies a profound narrative of cultural resilience and the timeless wisdom passed down through the ages. Inspired by the rich history of the Musqueam people, renowned for their mastery in weaving blankets that were not just utilitarian but sacred emblems of tradition, law and knowledge, this blanket embodies the essence of intergenerational storytelling.
The design of waves, borrowed from a 200 year old Salish blanket in a Finland museum, intertwines with Aleen’s arrows, Debra’s zigzags, and Isaiah’s butterflies to form a design of continuity, illustrating the seamless transmission of knowledge from one generation to the next.
"Generations" serves as a poignant reminder of the imperative to safeguard our cultural inheritance, ensuring that the teachings, stories, and values of our ancestors endure. Like the threads that bind it, this blanket weaves together the past, present, and future, forging a timeless connection between generations and preserving the essence of who we are. Through its warmth and symbolism, it beckons us to embrace our collective responsibility to nurture and protect our cultural designs for the generations yet to come.
ABOUT THE MAKERS:
Melanie Bernard and Trisha Pitura founded MINI TIPI in 2016 with the aim to address the lack of authentic Indigenous designs in the textile industry.
Their efforts have led to them becoming leaders in representing Canada's diverse and inspiring Indigenous arts and cultures.
MINI TIPI has set a new standard for local, high-quality production and artistic collaborations through initiatives such as their artist royalty program and giveback projects.
